A nurse notes that an older adult is unable to process complex thoughts and has difficulty forming sentences. Which action by the nurse is priority?

An 83 year-old man comes to the clinic complaining of hearing loss. Further examination reveals that his hearing loss is progressive, but otherwise unremarkable. Which phenomenon would the nurse most likely identify as contributing to the client’s status?

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A nurse working at a nursing home frequently works with clients who have cognitive impairment. Which of the following medical conditions may contribute to cognitive impairment?

A new nursing assistant asks the nurse how best to approach a hearing-impaired older adult. Which approach should the nurse recommend?

A palliative care team has taken over primary responsibility for the care of an older adult. A friend visiting the client inquires about the care that this individual is prescribed. Which response by the nurse is best? 

The nurse reads up on some of the more common cultural groups in the local area. How should the nurse interpret the information that is available about cultural groups?

A nurse who provides care to many older adults recognizes the importance of implementing a wellness approach to care. What principle underlies this approach to the health care of older adults?

An older adult client is admitted to the hospital. A nurse assesses the client for frailty. Which signs and symptoms indicate frailty?

Mr, Adams, 65 year-old, is admitted with a diagnosis of emphysema. What physical changes would the nurse expect to find in a client with emphysema?